1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 748 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 33 Stradale | DS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 43 L |